Ice Meez - My Moment [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Ice Meez knows how to sell the emotion and feeling of his well-written lyrics and once again delivers an impactful song for our listening pleasure.

’My Moment’ is a track that delivers truth and hope, without ignoring the difficult realties of this world we all face. The song has grit and genuine emotion, and Meez’s flow is delivered with an emotive power. The chorus adds a smooth groove that breaks that up perfectly to give the track a nice balance.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Bshortt - Sushi At Mikuni [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Bshortt gives us some true Rap fusion on this track. Utilizing a Latin inspired beat and melody, the track ranges from a soulful R&B groove in the quieter moments, to an Old-School rap delivery that gives the listener retro vibes.

’Sushi at Mikuni’ takes the listener for a joyride on the back of a strong and confident flow that both cuts and soothes as it builds. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

StillJune - Moves [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“StillJune gives us an uplifting track of hope in ‘Moves.’ The emotion and writing hit for me on this track, though I did crave more variation to the cadence and vocal arrangement.

That said, the passion in the delivery and strong writing along with the talent made this a track that spoke directly to me.

This is definitely a song you can feel.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

TRiiiPSS - Space Baby [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Coming with a smooth groove and funky beat, TRiiiPSS launches their new single ‘Space Baby.’ Lyrically the track is about those out of the world feelings of love and admiration. New love is glorious and it is easy to view the person of your desire as being from another planet as they feel that rare and special. This track captures that in a delightful way with steady vocals and a musical groove that is easy to orbit around. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

UraelB - Dirty Toothbrush [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“There are glossy tracks, songs that hit with energy, and of course those with lyrical hooks that impale the masses. Then there are the songs that eschew the trappings of most popular music and simply give you pure, emotional truth.

UraelB does exactly that with ‘Dirty Toothbrush.’ Some might compare the style to Kendrick Lamar, but there is nothing derivative here on this track. The power comes from tapping into the memories of the soul, and the hope of tomorrow’s dreams. ”

— Travis Erwin ~LA on Lock Blogger

Sav DaBrain - Reading Books [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Sav DaBrain unfurls this lyrical flow with a steady precision and a sophisticated intelligence that stands out among the fray of music out there being released. The hook is melodic and the overall groove of this rhythm sweeps the listener up and in. And the tender guitar outtro offered a great way to ease out, giving the track a nice completion that many tracks today lack.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Just Steve- You Made My List [Music Video Review]

Rating: 2 out of 5

“I don’t know; I was on the boarder line with this. Then I found myself fast forwarding. Something is missing that didn’t allow this song to resonate with me despite the dope video. I still am going to share it with others because it highlights fatherhood. Also, someone on our platform may like it.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Rah Cashiano -No Handouts (feat. June B & BandBoy) [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“The song comes off strong, getting you ready for its take off. Each artist had their own energetic lyrical delivery.Rah Cashiano “No Handouts” feat. June B and Band Boy telling their success story of working for what they have.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Wildcard - The Scorpio Element (feat. Justin Cohen) [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Delivered with precision and talent, this well-written track infuses strength and emotion in one, attention-catching flow.

Wildcard comes with an intense flow and Justin Cohen joins for the hook to add another layer. This is a track that takes a few listens to pick up all the lyrical punches, but it also has a smooth hook and groove that is easy to fall in on and connect rhythmically.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock BLogger

Loss Cozz - Treehouse [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Hailing from Broward County, Florida, Loss Cozz has seen his ups and downs, but through it all he continues to create music and step up to the mic. ‘Treehouse’ is a smooth groove and steady build and Cozz’s flow elevates as it builds to hold the listener to the track’s tinkling climax.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

FIFTY VINC x Mr. Goodbarz - Boombox Memories [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“FIFTY VINC and Mr. Goodbarz do a great job of blending the BoomBap roots of Hip-Hop with contemporary vibes to create a track with a solid foundation in the past, but the relevance of today needed to hook new listeners. The bars hit with precision, and that beat brings it all alive. The hook is engaging and the tone just what a track like this needs to catch fire and gain attention with those who might not be as grounded in the history of the genre.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

$cream-Capone - She Telling Me Tap In (feat. Blazo) [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Coming with a hard, in your face beat, $cream-Capone unfurls this sex-charged flow with attitude and verve. The writing is sharp and gets down and dirty completing the sultry edge this one offers. Add this one that to time to get down and nasty playlist. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

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Pierce Elliott - So Good [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Pierce Elliott unfurls this smooth easy groove with talent and precision. The backing is soulful and his flow over the top is just as rhythmic with the exception of a little spoken word interlude in the middle of the track. The intro was a tad long, but did build a vibe for the actual lyrical progression. Old school vibe, though the lyrics still feel right at home in today’s musical landscape.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Kuttem Reese - "TYFNB" + REESE EP [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Kuttem Reese is pissed to hit that next level. The Orlando, Florida rapper is a Hip-Hop star on the rise and his new eighteen track album is more fuel on the fire.

This track is about remembering the path and the pitfalls, the haters, the doubter, the struggle it took to climb the ladder. The video adds to the vibes and really dials in the track’s lyrical intent which is delivered with precision and a smooth talent. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

David Davenchy - The Day I Saw You [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“David Davenchy’s track, ‘The Day I Saw You’ hooked me with it’s lyrical realness. The delivery is steady and the tone showcases Davenchy’s talent, though I did crave a touch more energy or passion pushing the flow forward. The writing is true and honest and that is what really shined brightest for me with this track.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Speech -Debelle 11:11 [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“I was more drawn to the visual aspect than the song overall. I like how Speech Debelle is placed as a muse for people to paint their own vision. As a listener it was hard to understand the lyrics outside of the 11:11. I would suggest add this video as a lyric video so people can musically engage just as they are able to visually engage. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

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Ev Malone - Elevate [Review]

Rating: 3 out of 5

“Ev Malone has a poetic delivery. I can picture him sitting down with a notebook taking his time on every verse. Elevate is an inspiring song that empowers people with encouraging verses and opens up positive images. I like how the tempo doesn’t change regards of the elevated scenarios given.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Jaydii x Supreme Khay - hot soup [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Jaydii kicks off the first verse on ‘Hot Soup’ before Supreme Khay comes in witht he hook and later verses. THe high-energy track feels like vintage Beastie Boys mixed with some Wu Tang funk and quirk. Both flows are delivered with an engaging tone and verve that refuses to let you off the hook.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

YVK -Wanted To Know [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“YVK has a West Coast vocal tone and delivery. The track has an old school sound with a mix of new school. YVK takes his time on every verse and is very descriptive as if he is walking down the street rapping about what he sees.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

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K Hella - How It Goes [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“K Hella drops this energetic and well-written flow that keeps the listener leaning in to hear what comes next.

The hook is a smooth groove that lands between hip-Hop and R&B and overall this track works on the emotive delivery which makes me believe every last word.

Contemporary Rap done right. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger